Educating for Life's Journey

Cheston Elementary Kindergarten Program

PARENTS: Fortunately, the recently passed Easton Area School District budget did NOT eliminate the full-day kindergarten program at Cheston Elementary School. Full- day kindergarten at Cheston Elementary School will continue for the 2010-11 school year as it has in the past. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation with this difficult transition.

CPR Training

Free CPR Certification training offered by ProJeCt of Easton. Presented by A Safety Training, LLC, on Saturday, July 31st from 9am until 2pm, located at Charles Chrin Community Center of Palmer Township, 4100 Green Pond Rd., Easton, PA 18045. Call to register 610-258-1100 x15.

Assertive Communication for the Workplace

Free Assertive Communication for the Workplace workshops offered by ProJeCt of Easton. Presented by Center for Humanistic Change on Monday August 2nd, Tuesday, August 3rd, Monday August 9th and Tuesday, August 10th from 6:30pm until 8:30pm at First Moravian Church, located on 225 N.10th St., Easton, PA 18042. Call to register 610-258-1100 x15.

9th Grade Orientation

9th grade orientation is scheduled for Friday August 13th, 9AM to 11 AM and Monday August 16th, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM in the EAHS Auditorium.

IMA Car Wash

Car Wash Saturday, August 14 9:00 - 1:00 Free William Penn Highway parking lot Proceeds to benefit EAHS Instrumental Students

2010 Rechauffe Yearbook Distribution

The 2010 Rechauffe (Yearbooks) will be distributed in the Gym Lobby at the High School on the following dates. August 11, 5 to 8 August 12, 2 to 5 August 17, 10 to 2 August 19, 2 to 5 August 24, 2 to 5 August 26, 6 to 9

Nathaniel J. Williams

Free Event: From Adversity to Opportunity: Managing Life Changes in the Recession offered by ProJeCt of Easton. Speaker Nathaniel J. Williams will be speaking on Thursday, August 5th from 7:30pm until 9:30pm at First United Church of Christ, 27 North 3rd St., Easton, PA 18042. Call 610-258-1100 x15 for details.

Job Fair

Free Job Fair offered by ProJeCt of Easton in partnership with PA CareerLink ® Lehigh Valley at Paxinosa Elementary School on Thursday, August 12th from10am until 2pm, at 1221 Northampton St., Easton, PA 18042. Call 610-258-1100 x15 for details.

Strategic Plan-Public Review (7/8 - 8/16, 2010)

Please click above to review the following reports: 1. Academic Standards and Assessments Mid-point Review 2. Educational Technology Report 3. Professional Educational Report 4. Special Education Report Any questions or concerns, please contact Linda Fisher at fisherl@eastonsd.org.

PSERS: A Potential Crisis

The above Q and A excerpts are from the Pennsylvania School Boards Association publication "School Leader News" bulletin of January 22, 2010. The 5th question highlights the problem we face in our district.

2010 - 11 Kindergarten Registration

The District’s schools are open during the summer months. If parents/guardians missed kindergarten registration and medical screening time, please call the appropriate school office as soon as possible to register your child/children. Please share this information with friends/new neighbors who may have moved into your area and will have children entering any of our schools.

The Cinderella Project

Donations of quality new and “gently used” semi‐formal dresses as well accessories will be accepted. The intention of this project is to allow all students at EAMS 7/8 the opportunity to attend the Snowball Dance and The Black and White Ball without worrying about the financial burden associated with attending such events. Questions: Contact Maureen at 610‐438‐8858 or mmartyak@earthlink.net.

Need Driving Directions to Our Schools?

Get driving directions to any of our EASD schools and Education Center. Click above to Map it.

Parent Teacher Association Emails!

Want to receive an email correspondence from your child's school Parent Teacher Association? Click above to sign-up for special Parent Teacher Association emails.

Surrogate Parent Volunteer Project

Occasionally, the EASD may find a need to provide children with disabilities a surrogate parent to assist in educational decisions. A surrogate parent is appointed to act on behalf of the child whenever the birth parent cannot be found or when parent rights have been terminated. If interested in volunteering for this service, please contact the EASD Special Education Department at 610-250-2400 ext. 35024.

EASD Child Find Notice to Parents

If you feel that your child is exceptional or is experiencing academic, emotional or physical difficulties, you may request an evaluation to determine special program needs. A parent request form is available through the guidance office in each school.

Right To Know

The Pennsylvania Right to Know Law provides legal residents of the Commonwealth the right to request, inspect and obtain copies of public records. Please click above for information on the Right to Know Law.

PowerSchool Parent Access

Parental involvement is critical to student achievement. Learn how you will get access to your child's education. Click above for details.

Sign up for EASD ALERTS

Sign up for the EASD ALERT. The moment a delay, closing or early dismissal is called, you will receive an email or text message from our EASD ALERT system. Click above for more information.

CONNECT-ED INFO FOR PARENTS

Connect-Ed is an automated phone calling program designed to provide important information to parents. Please click on the link above to learn how the district uses this valuable tool to foster communication within our school community.

EASD Alumni Website

Check out the new Official Easton Area High School Alumni website. Find out what's happening with your graduating class, or make donations to benefit EASD students. Click link, above, for more information!

Management Plan Book

Parents/Guardians and Staff: This notice is to inform you there is an AHERA (Asbestos) Management Plan Book in the office of each school building, which shows the location of any asbestos containing material used during the construction of the building, as well as any abatement that has taken place.